Position SummaryWe are seeking a Project Manager to serve as the primary execution partner supporting a strategic US customer. Embedded within the customer environment, this role is responsible for coordinating program activities, integrating multiple workstreams, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring delivery commitments are achieved across a complex, customer-facing operational environment.
Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, the Senior Project Manager serves as the operational focal point for day-to-day execution. The role translates program objectives into actionable plans, drives coordination across internal and external stakeholders, and maintains visibility into schedule, risk, performance, and customer priorities. Success is measured through execution excellence, customer confidence, operational discipline, and the ability to consistently deliver positive program outcomes in dynamic environments.
What You'll Do- Lead day-to-day execution activities supporting a strategic US customer
- Develop and maintain integrated schedules and execution plans
- Coordinate delivery activities across multiple stakeholders and workstreams
- Manage risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies
- Prepare customer-facing and executive-level reporting products
- Facilitate governance forums, reviews, and planning activities
- Ensure alignment between operational activities and customer expectations
- Monitor program performance against established objectives
- Support opportunity development and future growth initiatives
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance execution effectiveness
What You'll Bring- Bachelor's degree or equivalent operational, military, technical, or professional experience
- Typically, 6-10 years of project, program, operational, military, or customer-facing experience
- Experience leading complex projects or customer-facing initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and rapidly changing environments
- Experience supporting defense, aerospace, aviation, government, or national security customers preferred
- Strong planning, scheduling, risk management, and execution skills
- PMP certification preferred
Benefits- Comprehensive medical plan options
- HSA/FSA accounts
- Dental and vision coverage
- 6% employer 401(k) match
- Fully paid parental leave for all new parents
- Generous PTO
- Life and disability insurance
- Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
- AD&D Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub
Work Authorization / Security ClearanceApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require.
Work EnvironmentThis job operates in an office setting
TravelThis role will travel occasionally, 5%
Base Pay RangeThe compensation range shown below is a good faith estimate and reflects the expected base pay for this position upon hire. This is just one component of Metrea's overall approach to total rewards and final compensation decisions, including the ultimate salary or hourly rate agreed upon, may vary depending on factors such as job location, job-specific knowledge, skills, experience, and the overall negotiated compensation package. Eligible full-time employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, wellbeing, and long-term success.
Pay Range
$100,000-$135,000 USD
